Average Research and development (R&D) managers Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
In 2025, research and development (r&d) managerss working in the London took home a median salary of £54,843 — that's 0.0% below the national average of £54,857. Factor in the London's cost of living (16.4% above the UK norm) and a £54,843 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £47,116. Compared to the City of London average across all roles (£67,064), research and development (r&d) managerss take home 18.2% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £54,843 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £47,116 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
Research and development (R&D) managers salary across UK regions
Research and development (R&D) managers salary in areas near City of London
Salary data is by ONS region. City of London is in the London region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average research and development (r&d) managers salary in City of London?
The median research and development (r&d) managers salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £54,843 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does research and development (r&d) managers pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Research and development (R&D) managers in the London earn 0.0% below the national median of £54,857. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is research and development (r&d) managers a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Research and development (R&D) managers in the London earn £54,843, which is 18.2% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for research and development (r&d) managerss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.